Medtronic recalls MiniMed 720G insulin pumps (MMT-1809-1867) due to potential insulin over/under-delivery when pump height changes, risking severe hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
All Medtronic MiniMed infusion pumps (Paradigm series, 600 series, and BLE 700 series) were found to be affected by unintended over- and under-delivery of insulin when the pump is elevated or lowered relative to the infusion site, respectively, because of changes in gravitational force impacting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic pressures. Insulin over-delivery, which can occur when the pump is elevated relative to the infusion site, can result in severe hypoglycemia, altered mental status, seizure, coma, or death. An under-delivery of insulin, which can occur at lowered pump height conditions relative to the infusion site, can result in severe hyperglycemia, dehydration, diabetic ketoacidosis, or death.
Medtronic is recalling specific MiniMed 720G insulin pumps because moving the pump up or down relative to the body can cause incorrect insulin delivery. This may lead to life-threatening low or high blood sugar levels.
When the pump is elevated above the infusion site, it can deliver too much insulin, causing severe hypoglycemia that may lead to coma or death. When the pump is lowered below the infusion site, it can deliver too little insulin, causing severe hyperglycemia that may lead to dehydration or diabetic ketoacidosis.
People using Medtronic MiniMed 720G insulin pumps with model numbers MMT-1809 through MMT-1867 are affected. Those with diabetes who rely on these pumps for insulin delivery are at risk.
Check for model numbers MMT-1809, MMT-1810, MMT-1859, MMT-1860, MMT-1867 on the pump's label. These pumps were sold with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for model numbers MMT-1809 through MMT-1867 on the pump's label to confirm if it's affected.
Reach out to Medtronic customer support for guidance on next steps if the pump is affected.
The affected models are MMT-1809, MMT-1810, MMT-1859, MMT-1860, and MMT-1867.
Moving the pump up or down relative to the body can cause incorrect insulin delivery, potentially leading to life-threatening low or high blood sugar levels.
No, but you should check the model number and contact Medtronic for guidance if the pump is affected.
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Subject: Recall Z-1745-2026 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-1745-2026 from Medtronic. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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